Archive for the 'irish' Category

Irish men and their feelings? Why are the Irish so slow to come forward with their feelings?

Does anyone find Irish guys very closed with their feelings? I’ve dated a few and find that it is very difficult for them to open up with their feelings. They are usually great fun and generous but I really find them emotionally slow. I’d like to hear from any women who have dated or married [...]

How many Irish can speak the Irish language fluently?

How many people in Ireland can speak fluent Irish (or celtic or gaelic or whatever it is called)? All, almost all, most, not many..?
Also, how commonly is it used as a first langauge over there? Is it just in certain counties or something? Or does everybody speak English as their first language?
I speak fluent [...]

How to tastefully integrate Irish touches into my wedding?

I don’t want an Irish themed wedding, nor do I want the Irish touches to be over the top or even too noticeable, but I want to integrate Irish touches here and there. This is mainly for the sake of me and my fiancee (sentimental reasons). Any creative suggestions? Thank you!
a toast: heres to the [...]

Do Irish and Irish descendants suffer from more depression than others?

Do Irish or Irish descendants suffer more from depression and depression related ailments than others? I know alot Irish families where there are mental issues that seem normal but are masked with medicines, alcohol, drugs, erratic behavior, selfish behavior, etc. This is not to say as a generalization but as a higher percentage.
The answer is [...]

What’s the difference between irish cream and irish cream liqueur?

For example, Baileys has "Irish Cream" and it also has irish cream liqueur. What is the difference between the two?
It’s the same. Honestly

where can i find stats on the Irish population in New York City during the civil war?

I’m doing my 25 page thesis for graduation and I need some stats on how many Irish were living in New york city near the end of the civil war like 1863ish.
I’ve tried searching for it but cant seem to find anything. If figured if i got the world to help I would stand [...]

Why did the Irish immigrate to the United States during the 1840s and 1850s?

England invaded Ireland during the mid-1840s, displacing the Irish population.
They fled a famine caused by severe overpopulation and a devastating blight on the potato crop.
The expansion of the industrial revolution displaced Irish workers.
Anti-Catholic violence forced the Irish to flee their homeland.
None of those is correct. #2 is half right, [...]

How much would my irish dance shoes sell for?

I have a pair of irish dance shoes that i need to sell.
The brand is Antonio Pacelli. They are real leather, and the hard kind of irish dance shoe. Size 4, used.
I didn’t use them much because i quit soon after i bought them. But i bought them used. They are in very good shape [...]

What are some arguments that could be made about the irish war of independence?

What are some arguments that could be made about the irish war of independence, the anglo-irish treaty, or the irish civil war?
you need to decribe your answer better
but
ireland was differnt from britian
1.we were invaded
2.we could not vote ourself away from britian
3.the black and tans invaded croke park and shot into the crowed and [...]

How do I speak in an Irish accent for my school musical production?

I am playing the role of an Irish Police Officer (Officer Patrick Kelly) for our school’s musical. It is set in the 1950’s. It would really set the mood, and be funny if I would be able to talk in an Irish accent! I would greatly appreciate your help! Thank you!
That’s great [...]